Where should I look for forged knives?
As for the second part, I understand I am at a huge disadvantage. I do however think I have a solid groundwork where I could get into a kitchen as a prep cook or at least stage and from there I am motivated to learn and work my ass off.
I am 23 years old, I graduated with a Crime, law and justice degree a year and a half ago and I just don't want to pursue that profession. Since I have graduated I have worked at a Co-op and Whole Foods (Baker/Mixer). I am moving to Woodside, Queens within the next month.
Any advice would be very useful.But my plan as of now is to hopefully transfer to a Whole Foods to get situated and stabilized in a new city. Then I will go around to well reviewed restaurants and put myself out there. If they all tell me shoo and go to culinary school then I may have to strongly consider it. But, I much rather learn from a chef who is willing to take me under his wing, because I am willing to sacrifice a lot for this.